The words ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ were added to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by which Amendment?

A. 44th Amendment, 1978

B. 52nd Amendment, 1985

C. 73rd Amendment, 1992

D. 42nd Amendment, 1976

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Answer: D. 42nd Amendment, 1976

Answer: (D) 42nd Amendment, 1976

The 42nd Amendment (1976) added ‘Socialist’, ‘Secular’ and ‘Integrity’ to the Preamble. It is the only time the Preamble has been amended.

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